ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply for 225 IMO Posts

Jan 22, 2026

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has released the official ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Notification on January 20, 2026, to fill 225 vacancies for the post of Insurance Medical Officer (IMO) Grade-II across ESIC hospitals and dispensaries. The recruitment is aimed at eligible MBBS-qualified candidates. The offline application process has started from January 20, 2026, and candidates can submit applications till February 17, 2026. Selection will be based on merit through the UPSC CMS Examination, followed by document verification and medical fitness, offering a Group ‘A’ central government medical job under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation.

ESIC IMO 2026

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 is a significant recruitment drive by the Employees' State Insurance Corporation to fill 225 posts of Insurance Medical Officer (IMO) Grade-II across ESIC hospitals and dispensaries in India. The official notification was released on January 20, 2026. The offline application process also commenced on January 20, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications till February 17, 2026. Selection will be based on merit through the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination, followed by document verification and medical fitness.

Download ESIC IMO 2026 Notification PDF

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights

Important Highlights for ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 are tabulated below-

Recruitment Parameter	Details
Recruiting Body	Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
Name of Posts	Insurance Medical Officer (IMO) Grade-II
Total Vacancies	225
Mode of Application	Offline
Official Website	esic.gov.in
Selection Stages	Merit based on UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination, Document Verification, and Medical Examination

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
ESIC IMO Notification Release	January 20, 2026
ESIC IMO Application Start Date	January 20, 2026
ESIC IMO Last Date to Apply	February 17, 2026
Document Verification & Medical Exam	To be notified

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

ESIC IMO Eligibility Criteria for 2026 Recruitment are given below-

Eligibility Parameter	Details
Educational Qualification	MBBS degree from a recognised university/institution. Candidates must have completed a compulsory rotating internship on or before the closing date of the application.
Registration	Must be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI) / National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council.
Minimum Age	Not specified separately (as per ESIC rules and CMS merit conditions).
Maximum Age	Up to 35 years as of the closing date of the application.
Age Relaxation	Applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories as per Government of India norms.
Nationality	Must be an Indian citizen.

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Application Process

ESIC IMO Application Process 2026 is completely offline. Candidates should follow the given steps to fill ESIC IMO Application Form 2026-

Download Application Form: Download the prescribed application form from the official ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 notification PDF available on esic.gov.in.
Fill Form Carefully: Complete the form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details. Ensure all entries are correct and legible.
Attach Required Documents: Self-attest and attach necessary documents such as:
- Passport-size photograph
- Proof of date of birth
- MBBS degree and mark sheets
- Internship completion certificate
- CMSE-2024 Roll Number & Marks proof
- Caste/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable)
- Consent for sharing UPSC CMSE marks with ESIC
Prepare Envelope: Place the completed form and documents in an envelope superscribed: “Application for the post of IMO Grade-II in ESIC”.
Send by Speed Post/Registered Post: Send the envelope by Speed Post/Registered Post so it reaches on or before February 17, 2026, to:
- The Joint Director (Recruitment),
  ESI Corporation, Panchdeep Bhawan, CIG Marg, New Delhi – 110002.

Note: Applications submitted by the candidates whose names do not appear in the details of candidates of CMSE-2024 on the Pratibha Setu Portal of UPSC, as on the closing date, i.e. 17.02.2026, shall be summarily rejected.

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

The selection process for ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Employees' State Insurance Corporation as per the official notification and involves the following stages-

Merit-Based Shortlisting (UPSC CMS): Candidates are shortlisted purely based on marks obtained in the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination. No separate written exam is conducted by ESIC.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification, where original certificates related to MBBS qualification, internship completion, registration, category, and age are verified.
Medical Examination: Candidates must qualify the medical fitness test as per ESIC standards.

Note: Final selection is made based on CMS merit rank, successful document verification, and medical fitness.

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 Salary & Perks

Candidates selected as Insurance Medical Officer (IMO) Grade-II under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation will receive an attractive Group ‘A’ Central Government pay package along with multiple benefits.

Component	Details
Post Name	Insurance Medical Officer (IMO) Grade-II
Pay Level	Level-10 (7th Pay Commission)
Pay Scale	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Basic Pay	₹56,100 per month
Dearness Allowance (DA)	As per the Central Government rates
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	As applicable or government accommodation
Transport Allowance	As per the rules
Non-Practising Allowance (NPA)	Applicable as per ESIC norms
Medical Facilities	For self and dependents
Other Benefits	LTC, pension, leave, retirement benefits

ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026 FAQs

Ques: Is there any provision for Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) in ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Yes. PwBD candidates are eligible for age relaxation and other concessions as per Government of India rules. Reservation and suitability of posts are applied according to ESIC norms.

Ques: What is the minimum educational qualification for ESIC IMO posts?

Ans: Candidates must possess an MBBS degree from a recognised university and must have completed compulsory rotating internship on or before the closing date. Registration with MCI/NMC or State Medical Council is mandatory.

Ques: Can candidates edit their ESIC IMO application after submission?

Ans: No. Since the application process is offline, there is no correction window. Candidates must ensure all details are correct before submission.

Ques: Are distance or correspondence MBBS qualifications accepted?

Ans: MBBS degrees are accepted only if awarded by recognised institutions and approved by NMC/MCI. Distance mode MBBS is not applicable.

Ques: Can government employees apply for ESIC IMO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Yes. Government employees can apply, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification or appointment.

Ques: Is ESIC IMO application fee refundable?

Ans: No. Any application fee paid (if applicable) is non-refundable under all circumstances, including withdrawal or rejection.

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